Police are appealing for help to trace a man suspected of assault and criminal damage.

Lee Carpenter, 22, who was last known to be living in Stanford-le-Hope is wanted for assault and criminal damage in Thurrock.

He is 5ft 10ins tall, of medium build and has short brown hair.

Anybody who knows where he may be is asked to contact Essex Police on 101.

People can also give information to the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via an Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.